Officers first visited the property on Thimblemill Road, in Smethwick, in July, following numerous complaints from local residents.

West Midlands Police said they discovered three Romanian women who admitted they were “using the premises for sexual services”.

Thimblemill Road, in Smethwick (Image: Google)

Jessica Redmond, a police engagement officer in Sandwell, said: “Officers closed down what they believed to be a brothel operating in Smethwick.

“Officers discovered three Romanian females openly admitting to using the premises for sexual services.

“Officers continued to monitor the premises immediately thereafter in response to several complaints by residents before getting in touch with the letting agent, sexual exploitation team and immigration.”